1973 Renault 15 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
